AL HR176

Commends Oliver Threat Wheeler of Boy Scout Troop 7609 in Huntsville, Alabama, for attaining the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank in the Boy Scouts of America.

Recognizes that Eagle Scout rank involves completion of an Eagle Project and earning multiple Merit Badges while embodying the Scout virtues of honor, loyalty, courage, cheer, and service.

Notes that Wheeler's Eagle Scout Project involved installing a bench for a day care center playground and demonstrates his leadership and service to others.

Highlights that Wheeler is an active member of Jr. ROTC at Dr. Mae Jemison High School and plans to join the United States Air Force after graduating in May 2017.

Expresses the House of Representatives' commendation of Wheeler's outstanding achievement and character development through the Scouting program.